But even if you should suffer for the sake of righteousness, you are blessed. And do not fear their intimidation, and do not be troubled, but sanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts, always being ready to make a defense to everyone who asks you to give an account for the hope that is in you yet with gentleness and reverence; and keep a good conscience so that in the thing in which you are slandered, those who revile your good behavior in Christ will be put to shame. 1 Peter 3: 14-16

God is the Creator of the Universe and owns everything (cf. Gen 1:1; Psalm 24:1). Man is the creature created by God. Man in his fallen state is an idolater – that is, man worships created things instead of the Creator. Furthermore, man in his fallen state lives a life with no real regard...

This summary on the letter to the Hebrews is by no means exhaustive, but it is intended to be an encouragement for you to read the book of Hebrews and consider some of the following features from the book of Hebrews mentioned in this synopsis.

Please accept my apology for now getting back to you with this response to your questions concerning the features that concern pneumatology. Consequently, my late response is conducive to many busy events at work with travel as well as responsibilities I...

The word προορίζω proorizó “predetermine” was used no less than six times in the New Testament (cf. Acts 4:28; Romans 8:29, 30; 1 Corinthians 2:7; Ephesians 1:5, 11). The term was comprised of the preposition (πρό) “before” and (ὁρίζω) ho

The sound doctrine of glorification completes the ‘Ordo Salutis’ as it relates to the doctrine of salvation. It is the believers’ blessed hope (Titus 2:13; Romans 5:5). Glorification is a consummative reality, as believers are, at their death or return of Christ, outfitted with glorified bodies to enjoy eternal, unmitigated, and

3 John 9-10 recorded the belief and behavior of a certain church congregant named Diotrephes. Diotrephes could have been a leader of the church that occasioned the letter of 3 John or merely a layman who held a majority support of his fellow congregants in exercising mutiny against the author of 3 John – that is, the Apostle John. The main

Although multitudes followed Jesus Christ with awe, wonderment, and curiosity, during His earthly ministry, one specific group of men followed Him with relentless persistence. They were sent by their father to cling to his teachings. Concerning their righteousness, no one among men could

Throughout history there have been many sects that have formulated around a common ideology or purpose unique to that particular sect. The most infamous sect in history was known as the Pharisees. To discover who this particular Jewish sect was and what they stood for there are only two main historical accounts to investigate, namely the NT and

Black Liberation theology supposes that the Africans and African-Americans must be free from the injustices of social, economic, political, and racial oppression.[1] The oppressor is “white” society and its social constructs. It is argued, that since blacks are oppressed, the Jesus of the Bible must come to liberate the oppressed from

This article does not aim to trivialize, limit, or deny the events that have taken place throughout the annals of African-American history. There are several reasons to render honor to those who have made contributions to society and have endured atrocities with perseverance. However, the goal of this critique is to provide a biblical context for

Karl Barth, a Swiss theologian (1886-1968), articulated views on the authority of Scripture in an attempt to rescue the Holy Word from the misinterpretation of liberals.[1] His thought has influenced those within the evangelical and non-evangelical traditions. It is because of his vast influence that the belief system known as Neo-orthodoxy came

Although I certainly believe that racism is alive and ‘well’ in the hearts of many in this country, I am often asked if I believe MLK to be a Christian. First, I believe he identified an actual problem but did not aim for a transcendent solution. Hence why worldlings are enamored with the utopian motifs in his thinking. Concerning

The sound doctrine of adoption is found in the ordo salutis (order of salvation) immediately after the sound doctrine of justification. The word “adoption” in Greek form is υἱοθεσία (hyiothesía) and is a combination of two Greek words, namely hyiós, “son”

God does not call all people the same way. For instance, there is a special calling that is reserved for those whom God the Father has unconditionally elected to be saved from His wrath through the person and cross work of the Lord Jesus Christ. This is known as God’s irresistible call (effectual call/irresistible grace). The

Paul’s description and defense of the Gospel came with urgency to the Galatians. Paul admonished them as foolish for turning aside to a gospel substitute. The Galatians were in grave danger of turning away from the truth and following after false teachers. The Gospel was under seige by Judaizers who undermined Paul’s ministry and

The sound doctrine of election is certainly an explicit biblical doctrine. To answer the questions, “can you explain the doctrine of election to me and whether it is fair and violates the free will of man?” first the two major positions on election must be identified and defined. Next, the doctrine of the free will of man must be

The sound doctrine of election is certainly an explicit biblical doctrine. To answer the questions, “can you explain the doctrine of election to me and whether it is fair and violates the free will of man?” first the two major positions on election must be identified and defined. Next, the doctrine of the free will of man must be

Total Depravity is the sound doctrine that means man is incapable by anything of himself to come to Christ for salvation. For example, In the Gospel of John Jesus said, “No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws them, and I will raise them up at the last day” (Jn 6:44) and “. . . For this reason I have said to

The question, “am I made up of a spirit, soul and body; do I have three parts as a human being?” is a very important question. The content that Scripture presents concerning the constitution of man is extensive. However, there are several key texts from Scripture that can help elucidate the truth concerning the constitution

The Church is the establishment of Jesus Christ, and the gathering of those who confess Him as Lord and Savior. Jesus serves as the Head of the church. Through the substitutionary atonement of Jesus Christ, and after His resurrection, it came into physical existence. He promised the Church would prevail against unified and relentless opposition in

Many are saying that there is no significant difference between Roman Catholicism and what we believe as Evangelicals in regard to salvation. Would you give me a specific critique of the Roman Catholic view of salvation?

I must begin with this premise and then explain why I have concluded my premise. The Roman Catholic view of salvation is a

The adversary is a personal and formidable foe. The Scriptures testify to his persistent schemes. However, the Word of God equally testifies that he will be soundly defeated and that Christ will openly demonstrate the triumph that was exacted on Calvary. This essay will assume the existence of Satan as a personal, malevolent, created being that

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